The Common Badger (*Meles meles*) is a nocturnal mammal found across Europe, parts of Asia, and North Africa. It has a distinctive appearance with a stocky body, short legs, and a broad head featuring black and white facial markings. Badgers typically live in social groups called clans and create extensive burrow systems known as setts. These animals primarily feed on earthworms, insects, and small mammals, but they are also known to eat fruits and roots. The Common Badger plays a vital role in its ecosystem by aerating the soil and controlling pest populations. Their population is generally stable, although they face threats from habitat loss and road accidents.